The world population is set to swell to 9.7 billion by 2050. Demand for animal-based foods is projected to grow by 70%. The current global food system is a key driver of deforestation and is responsible for 26% of all greenhouse gas emissions. UpLink has announced a new Challenge with the Ministry of Economy and Planning of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to identify and scale climate-smart agricultural solutions that improve food security and reduce waste.